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Learning Mandarin was _______________ I thought it would be. (nowhere near / challenge)

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With regard to nutritional value, this product is much better ________________ that one. (compare)

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Would you say Ireland is ________________________________ climate? (similar / Scotland / terms)

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Why do you think that TV is ________________ that similar-sized one over there? (twice / price)

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In terms of area, Mexico is ________________ than Indonesia. (marginal / large)

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_______________ we address the issue, _______________ we are to find an effective solution. (soon / more / likely)

• The sooner; the more likely

• As soon as; the most likely

• The soonest the most likely

• As soon as; the more likely

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I didn’t consent _____ you passing on my personal information.

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Sadly, the old bridge had to be demolished as it was on the verge _____ collapse.

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I have absolutely no hesitation _____ recommending Mr MacIntosh as a maths tutor.

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Be careful when you’re at the site – the monkeys are notorious _____ stealing stuff from tourists!